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Kathy Knipp

Knipp Consulting

Member profile details

First Name

Kathy

Last Name

Knipp

Organization

Knipp Consulting

Title

CEO and Principal HR Consultant

kathy@knippconsulting.com

Phone

6127081416

Address Line 1

3417 N Paulina St #2

City

Chicago

County

Illinois

State/Province

Zip Code

60657

Website / Social Platforms

Website

www.knippconsulting.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-knipp-phr-9894a9b/

Organization Profile

Organization Overview

Knipp Consulting, LLC is a people-first Human Resources consulting firm that helps small businesses, nonprofits, and growing organizations build strong, compliant, and high-performing workplaces.

We specialize in being the strategic HR partner leaders wish they had—bringing together compliance, leadership development, and culture in a way that actually works in the real world. Our approach blends practical HR expertise with proven leadership and team-building frameworks, helping organizations reduce risk, strengthen their teams, and grow with confidence.

We don’t just fix problems — we build systems that allow leaders and teams to thrive.

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Practice Areas (select top 3)

Human Resources (Including Recruitment/Training, Benefits, HR Tech)
Leadership and Professional Development
Workforce Recruitment, Training & Development

Client List

LatinoLEAD
Propel Nonprofits
HACER
MIGIZI Communications

Speaker's Bureau Information

Speaker Bio

Kathy Knipp is the Founder and CEO of Knipp Consulting, LLC, where she partners with small businesses and nonprofit leaders to simplify the people side of their organizations. With nearly three decades of Human Resources experience, Kathy is known for turning complex HR challenges into practical, easy-to-understand solutions that help leaders reduce risk, strengthen their teams, and confidently grow their organizations.

Throughout her career, Kathy has supported organizations across multiple industries, including nonprofits, professional services, and healthcare. She specializes in building strong HR foundations—from compliance and employee handbooks to recruitment, onboarding, and performance management—ensuring organizations have the structure they need to scale successfully.

Kathy is also a passionate leadership development expert and certified facilitator of Everything DiSC® and The Five Behaviors® of a Cohesive Team. She is the creator of The New Manager Training Academy, a hands-on program designed to equip new and emerging leaders with the skills they need to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and build high-performing teams.

As a dynamic and relatable speaker, Kathy is known for her engaging, real-world approach. She brings warmth, honesty, and a touch of humor to every presentation, making complex topics approachable and actionable. Her sessions empower leaders to move from “winging it” to leading with clarity, confidence, and intention.

In addition to her consulting and speaking work, Kathy is a podcast host and author, passionate about helping individuals trust their inner voice and navigate both personal and professional challenges with courage.

Topic 1

From Passion to Protection: 10 HR Essentials Every Nonprofit Leader Can’t Ignore

Topic 1 Description

Nonprofit leaders are driven by mission—but without strong HR practices, risk can quickly follow. This session covers the top 10 HR essentials to help you stay compliant, strengthen hiring and documentation, and lead your team with confidence. Walk away with practical tools to protect your organization, support your people, and focus on what matters most—your mission.

Topic 2

Mission-Driven Conversations: Coaching & Feedback That Moves Your Team Forward

Topic 2 Description

Nonprofit leaders are often juggling big missions, limited resources, and teams driven by passion—but passion alone doesn’t guarantee performance. This session helps leaders learn how to have clear, confident coaching conversations that guide employees, strengthen accountability, and reduce confusion. When expectations aren’t clearly communicated, even the most dedicated team members can feel frustrated or unsure of how to succeed. In this training, leaders will walk away with practical tools to give feedback in a way that builds trust, improves performance, and keeps teams aligned with the mission. Because when conversations improve, so do outcomes—for your people and the communities you serve.

Topic 3

If It’s Not Documented, It Didn’t Happen—And Your Mission Is at Risk

Topic 3 Description

In the nonprofit world, it’s easy to prioritize the mission over the paperwork—but lack of documentation can quickly put both your people and your organization at risk. This session breaks down what nonprofit leaders need to document, how to document it effectively, and why it matters more than you might think. Without clear records, organizations leave themselves vulnerable to legal risk, inconsistent decision-making, and employee confusion. This training provides simple, practical guidance to help leaders document performance, conversations, and decisions in a way that protects the organization while supporting fairness and accountability. Because when it’s documented, it’s defensible—and your mission stays protected.

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